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News articles published on nvfdrs.orgen-usSun, 07 Jun 2020 06:25:46 GMTDedicated Volunteer First RespondersDepartment Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=215
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=215Mark EngmanSat, 30 May 2020 10:02:19 ESTMay 30 2020 - As we prepare to start the month of June 2020, slowly returning to normal life, we want to take the time to thank all of our dedicated volunteer firefighters and EMTs that continue to be on the front line in the crazy world we find ourselves in. Our volunteers who are dedicated and freely donate their time to make sure we continue to provide the best possible service to the citizens. Engine 525B - Cleaned and staffed by our volunteers.Ambulance 525 - Ready for the next call and staffed by our volunteers.Medic 525 - Ready for the next call. Staffed by our career medics.Tower 525 staffed by our career firefighters.
]]>PLEASE HELP US, HELP YOU!Department Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=214
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=214Rescue Captain Judi MillerSat, 30 May 2020 10:02:17 ESTPLEASE HELP US, HELP YOU! If you are feeling sick, please do not visit our fire stations for evaluation. We can’t test you for COVID-19 nor can we transport you to the hospital for a test. Also there is NO way for us to tell what kind of virus you or your family member might have.As you’ve heard from the media, the demand for emergency services has risen dramatically and there is a severe national shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gowns, masks and gloves. So we’re asking you, PLEASE use the 911 system in an informed and responsible manner, so our fire engines, medic units and ambulances can do the most good and continue to protect our communities.In case of flu-like illness, please call 911 only in the event of severe difficulty breathing, otherwise call your primary health care provider or the Prince William Health District Coronavirus Disease hotline on 703-872-7759.And we can’t emphasize this enough - emergency rooms will not see you faster just because you are brought in by an ambulance.

WHAT TO EXPECT IF YOU CALL US DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMICSince the start of COVID-19 spread in our area, NVFD has taken precautions to limit exposure to its members and the public. We are following best practices CDC guidelines and recommendations for Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) We’ve also adjusted our response procedures to limit the number of first responders who make close contact with patients. While a full complement of providers are assigned to emergency medical calls, most will remain a recommended safe distance away and only be called inside to assist if necessary.If you can, please meet us at your front door and be ready to go. We are not trying to rush you, it’s just much safer for everyone, if we can evaluate you inside one of our ambulances. And don’t be scared when you see us wearing PPE like this, it’s for your safety and ours. It doesn’t mean you have COVID-19 - we’re just following the guidelines.Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Be safe out there. Let’s all look out for each other.

]]>Administrative Officers Voted in at Company MeetingDepartment Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=213
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=213Mark EngmanSat, 15 Feb 2020 08:23:58 ESTDec 4 2019 - On December 3 2019 we held our end of year company meeting and also voted in to office our Administrative Leadership. Members who serve as leaders in the administrative roles serve a 2 year term, Directors serve a 3 year term. Beginning Jan 1 2020 the following will take effect:

What is unique about our Administrative Leadership is that they have all been or are operational members of the department. So they hold certifications as EMT and/or Firefighter.

We want to thank them for the commitment to manage the day-to-day business of the department.

]]>Congratulations Master Firefighter SchiroDepartment Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=212
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=212Mark EngmanFri, 06 Dec 2019 08:26:29 ESTDec 3 2019 - During the end of year company meeting Firefighter C. Schiro was promoted to Lieutenant. by Chief Silva. Lt. Schiro joined the department 9 years ago and worked his way up the ladder from being a Recruit, to Firefighter, EMT, Lead Firefighter, Engine and Tower Operator and now Lieutenant.

We would like to thank Lt. Schiro for his years of dedication to the Nokesville Vol Fire Dept. and to the citizens of Prince William County.

Dedicated volunteers, like Lt. Schiro, provide the best possible fire and rescue service to the community. If you want to learn more on what it takes to become a pillar of the community please visit https://www.nvfdrs.org/content/join/

(L - R) Deputy Chief Conway, Lt. Schiro and Chief Silva
]]>Ground Breaking Ceremony for Fire Station 22Department Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=211
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=211Mark EngmanFri, 01 Nov 2019 18:24:52 ESTNov 1 2019 - On a sunny but windy day Prince William County Fire and Rescue Service officially broke ground on the long awaited Fire Station 22. Senior Chief Officers from the Dept of Fire Rescue along with County Supervisor Pete Candland and County Executive Chris Martino spoke at the event.

Fire Station 22 will be located off of Balls Ford Road and will house the following apparatus: Engine 522, Medic 522, Rescue 522 and Collapse Support 522.

The new station is strategically located to help relieve the busiest station in the county, Station 11. As Prince William County continues to grow the demand for fire rescue service grows with it.

We look forward to the day when this station becomes operational and begins serving the citizens of Prince William County.

Rescue 522 (Running as Rescue 504) visits the ground breaking ceremony. County Supervisor Pete CandlandCounty Executive Chris MartinoSystem Fire Chief Tim Keen
]]>Tanker 5 Lives on at Verona Vol Fire DeptDepartment Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=210
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=210Mark EngmanFri, 01 Nov 2019 18:11:30 ESTOct 11 2019 - Tanker 505 made its final run. This time is was to head west then south on Interstate 81 to Verona Vol. Fire Dept. Located just outside of Staunton VA this small volunteer fire department was in critical need of a newer tanker. Their tanker was placed out of service permanently and to continue providing the highest level of fire rescue service they began a search for a newer tanker that would support their operations.

Chief Phil Garber, Verona VFD, reached out to us when he was informed that we had just placed our new Tanker 505 in service. The members of Nokesville VFD were more than happy to see our old and dependable tanker continue to be a needed piece of apparatus.

Working with Prince William County we were able to obtain permission to donate our old tanker to Verona VFD.So, on Oct 11 Chief Mike Silva and Firefighter Conner Schiro drove the old Tanker 505 to Verona and handed over the title to them.

(L - R) Chief Silva, Chief Garber and FF Schiro
]]>First Responders Honored by Patriot High SchoolDepartment Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=209
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=209Mark EngmanThu, 12 Sep 2019 09:21:00 ESTSept 11 2019 - Keeping up with a tradition the students at Patriot High School cooked and served breakfast to all First Responders who keep Prince William County safe. Our volunteers, who were staffing Tower/Truck 525, along with the career staff assigned to Fire Station 5 and 25 attended this years event. The event was covered by WJLA (Channel 7) TV station and reported live by Good Morning Washington's Eileen Whelan.

This is one of the many ways our great community supports us. Another way is to join our volunteer fire dept and become a first responder. We provide all training and uniforms. Contact us at membership@nvfdrs.org to learn more.

Photo by: Firefighter SchiroPhoto by: Firefighter SchiroPhoto by: Firefighter Schiro - Our visit to Chris Yung Elementary SchoolPhoto by: Firefighter SchiroPhoto by: Firefighter Schiro - Our visit to Chris Yung Elementary SchoolPhoto by: Firefighter SchiroPhoto by: Firefighter Schiro - Tower 525 crew with Good Morning Washington's Eileen Whelan
]]>Nokesville Member Gets PromotedDepartment Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=208
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=208John GoughThu, 12 Sep 2019 10:50:52 ESTPromotion night at our quarterly company meeting. Chief Silva (R) proudly promotes Lt. Swanson (L) to the rank of Captain. Capt. Swanson has been a volunteer firefighter for over 12 years and meets all requirements to hold this rank. This is one of many achievements you can obtain as a volunteer firefighter.Are you ready to volunteer to become a firefighter?
]]>NEW High Performance CPR Training Department Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=206
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=206Mark EngmanFri, 09 Aug 2019 07:05:22 ESTAug 4 2019 - Crews at Station 25 fine tuned their High Performance CPR (HPCPR) skills using the new HPCPR dummy. This new training tool provides real-time feedback on crew’s CPR skills. Training opportunities like this show the newer members how ALS crews work with BLS crews to provide the best service to our community.

The High Performance CPR Dummies were purchased by the department (using your donations) so that we could hold in house training at our Fire Stations. The mission of our Volunteer Fire Department and our members is to provide the best trained firefighters, EMTs and Paramedic to the community.

We are always needing dedicate and professional people to become volunteers. Contact us today if you would like to learn more.

]]>Foreign Exchange Students Visit Station 25Department Newshttps://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=207
https://www.nvfdrs.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=207Mark EngmanFri, 09 Aug 2019 09:14:57 ESTJuly 25 2019 - We hosted a visit by a group of foreign exchange students from France, and were able to give an eye opening tour of life in an American firehouse. This group of 14 young French students were able to learn about the key differences between the European, and American fire services. Great fun was had by all!

This is one of many different ways becoming a Volunteer Firefighter or EMT supports our community. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer firefighter or EMT please contact us.

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